word
obelisk
OB-eh-lisk
ˈɒbɪlɪskListen
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Syllable breakdown
obelisk
Dictionary meaning
A tapering stone pillar of square or rectangular cross section, set up as a monument or landmark; originally built in ancient Egypt.
History and origin
Greek — 'obeliskos' (small spit, pointed pillar).
Examples
- Cleopatra's Needle is an ancient Egyptian obelisk now standing on the Victoria Embankment in London.
Common mispronunciations
oh-BEL-iskOB-eh-lisk
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